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The Mid-Hudson Valley Community Guides |
An unidentified man sitting in front of the Cruger Island "ruins," probably in the early decades of the 20th century. credit Courtesy Egbert Benson Historical Society of Rec Hook Hudson River Ruins
by Robin Cherry
How 19th century German romanticism once brought Mayan artifacts to Cruger Island of Red Hook. SOS Hydrofracking
by Cynthia Owen Philip
New York struggles to define acceptable limits to the developers' thirst for natural gas. Local HistoryThe Lobotskys of Wonderland
by Teresa Vilardi
For almost a century this family has been farming the precincts along White School House Road in Rhinbeck. General InterestSusan Kayne, The Horse’s Advocate
by Rob Rubsam
Susan Kayne of Unbridled TV and Clermont Farms is determined to change the horse culture of New York State . . . the sooner the better. Closing the Science Gap
by Mary Leonard
The Rhinebeck Science Foundation has come through on the technology front, especially for Rhinebeck's middle schoolers. Building & HomeThe Space Race
by M. C. Primiano
When the parents' empty nest gets filled up with stuff: call out the dropcloths! Birdhouse Savvy
by Neil Soderstrom
Ways to nurture and protect your cavity-nesting bluebirds, chickadees, house wrens, and tree swallows. Food & WineThe Tastes of Spring
by Laura Pensiero
Spring's arrival, says Laura Pensiero, means put away the stew pot and pull out the sauté pan and think fava beans, peas & ramps! The Chocolate Wars? Part III: Ulster County
by Arlene Wege
Our chocolate researcher ventures across the bridge . . . Health & WellnessFibromyalgia: A World of Pain
by Naomi Kennedy
Whether considered a disease or a disorder, the musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points of fibromyalgia are a very real phenomenon to the millions who suffer from them. The Perils of Plastics
by Kathryn Matthews
Plastics are everywhere in our kitchen and around our foods . . . but at what cost to health? |
Dutchess/Columbia Community BusinessesFull range of small business and residential organizing services covering every room in your home including home offices, downsizing and relocation assistance. Provide personal assistance for all your needs including administrative, paper management, housecleaning, and errands. ORGANIZE – DECLUTTER – SIMPLIFY. Call for appt. Hyde Park 914-456-2810
Public relations to put the wind in your sail. PR Strategy / Social Media / Email Marketing / Community Relations / Press Releases / Websites. PO Box 409, Rhinebeck 845-876-1710
Attorney in Rhinebeck and New York City with thirty plus years of experience. Specializing in Wills, Trusts, Estates, Elder Law, Real Estate Closings, and Tax Grievances, Income and Estate Taxes and Corporate and Business Law. Free initial consultation. PO Box 343, Astor Square, Rhinebeck 876-4433 or 1-800-845-4403
The place to fill all your outdoors needs: fertilizers, feed, fencing, lawn, garden, & farm supplies, shavings, pet food & supplies, lime, bedding, straw, bird seed, feeders & birdhouses, clothing. 68 Firehouse Ln., Red Hook 845-876-1559
Live, quality music for all occasions: Jazz, dinner & cocktail music for weddings & corporate events. "The Music was excellent; a wonderful time was had by all and the Music contributed so much to the atmosphere of the event." —Dutchess County Arts Council. Sample available on CD or online. See also under "Music Instruction." Tivoli 845-757-4187
Historic Victorian Mansion lovingly restored to provide modern comfort and convenience in a richly-appointed setting. Wander our antique-filled parlors, relax in our light and airy rooms, and enjoy our full (we mean it!) breakfast. 7571 Old Post Rd., Red Hook 845-758-5818
Dutchess County’s leading real estate company brings its sales & marketing expertise to Northern Dutchess County. We’re local professionals with a nationwide network of products & services to better serve your residential, commercial & investment needs. 6384 Mill ST, Rhinebeck 845-876-8600
I am fully committed to providing a high level of service aimed at successfully buying or selling your house or land at a satisfactory price, in the shortest time possible, and with the least hassle. My website provides instant access to region-wide MLS listings and municipal property data. Contact me anytime; I welcome the opportunity to serve you anywhere in the AboutTown region. Red Hook 845-532-1204
Save money on taxes. Reduce property maintenance costs. Create an agricultural assessment. Eliminate expensive brush hogging. Convert your woodlands and overgrown pastures into hay production or other agricultural uses. We will perform all phases of land preparation, including drainage, excavation, fencing, planting, as well as cutting at no expense to landowner. Please call for free property consultation and estimates. 129 Yantz Rd., Red Hook 845-532-2152
Watercolor instruction from Betsy Jacaruso for beginning and advanced painters. Three hour classes in a relaxed group setting w/focus on basic watercolor techniques while developing a personal style. Being comfortable with the level you’re at allows for more freedom to explore. Subject matter: botanicals, landscapes & more. Occasional landscape field trips, weather permitting. Classes in drawing and pastels also offered w/Keith Gunderson. New multi-media art classes for kids w/Mosa Tanksley, and new beginner’s classes on Thu eves in April at the Studio through Red Hook Continuing Ed. See also under “Galleries & Studios.” The Rhinebeck Courtyard
43 E. Market St., Suite 2, Rhinebeck 845-516-4435
Serving Dutchess and Columbia counties. All types of carpentry, additions, renovations, roofing, decks, etc. Free estimates, fully insured. Call for appointment. See also “ Lawn & Landscape. 518-537-5526
Farm fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, fish, deli, cheese shop, gourmet grocery, delectable baked goods. Garden center, nursery, houseplants. Thousands of annuals and perennials grown on our family farm. Family owned since 1919. 1560 Rt. 9W, Kingston 845-336-6300
We're a small boutique agency specializing in antique country homes and historic Hudson townhouses. We're sophisticated, honest and creative professionals who enjoy matching our customers with the most charming and interesting houses in the Hudson Valley. Check out our website, and see why people are saying it's the best real estate site anywhere. Or stop by and see us in Tivoli, Hudson, or Catksill. 58 Broadway, Tivoli 845-757-5672
Memorial Day Weekend indoors show at the Rhinebeck Fairgrounds: one of the best-known and favorite antique shows on the East Coast. On May 25 & 26, 200 dealers from over 20 states and Canada, many exhibiting for the first time, will occupy 4 huge exhibition buildings at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds. Rare, beautiful, & funky antiques. The show is best known for its mixture of quality formal, English, French & American furniture, decorative accessories, statuary, and garden items. Also painted cupboards, tables, blanket chests & hooked rugs, paintings, quilts, antique & vintage clothing & jewelry, books, vintage posters, weathervanes and folk art. Something for everyone’s pocketbook! Free parking, food court, delivery service. Hours: Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 11am–4pm. Admission $10. Call or write for info. PO Box 838, Rhinebeck 845-876-1989
Get hot & cold subs & the best pizza in town at this family-owned community gathering spot in the heart of the village. 7514 N. Broadway, Red Hook 845-758-5808
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